Best long trails in Black Forest National Park
The Black Forest National Park was established in 2014 as Baden-Württemberg's first national park. At 10,062 hectares, it occupies a small part of the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park, which in turn is part of the Black Forest.
There is plenty of unspoiled nature here, idyllic, dark forests and landscapes free from human intervention. The wild heart of the Black Forest is home to many rare animal and plant species. With a bit of luck, you can discover some of them during your hikes along babbling brooks and in the fresh mountain and forest air.
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- 4.5 (372)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrExciting, eventful loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg This loop offers numerous exciting experiences and natural sights. Right at the beginning, the route leads to the impressive Allerheiligen waterfall and the interesting, historic Allerheiligen monastery. It continues through the idyllic Black Forest landscape to the Schliffkopf plateau with impressive panoramic views from its height. Refreshments in the Klosterhof are possible and encouraged. During the winter months the hike is...
- 4.6 (78)·Hard·8.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrDemanding Himmelswege loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg This wonderful hike requires a good basic level of fitness and sturdy shoes for the different types of trail. Already at the beginning of the route there are steep ascents to be mastered. But the wonderful impressions make up for all the effort. The path leads along the beautiful high moor level through the Bannwald forest and to the Seibelseckle, where you are rewarded with magnificent views along the west path to the Rhine...
- 4.6 (81)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPicturesque loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. Good footwear is required for the ascent from Herrenwieser See to Badener Höhe. It starts at the Sand Chapel car park. At the Kurhaus, two paths lead to the east. Taking the right one, it goes through beautiful forest past the sand lake. This can be reached via a little trail. Continue past the town of Herrenwies, recognizable by the striking St. Antonius Church. The Promenandenweg is now a slight ascent to Herrenwieser See, one of the...
- 4.3 (67)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic, popular loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This scenic tour leads to the idyllic Wildsee and the Darmstädter Hütte with a magnificent view on the way back. Right at the beginning it is important to choose the right branch. The wide forest path leads from the car park at Seiblseckle to the Schlappdachhütte. After about 500 meters there is a junction in the road where one has to keep right. At the next junction, take go right in the direction of Gaiskopfweg. Now a...
- 4.2 (29)·Hard·17.2 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrThis route is Stage 4 of the Westweg, a long-distance hiking trail from Pforzheim to Basel that begins in Unterstmatt and ends at Alexanderschanze. The trail follows the main ridge of the Northern Black Forest through open Grinden landscapes and climbs past the Berggasthof Ochsenstall to the Hornisgrinde Plateau. It descends to Mummelsee, crosses storm-scarred slopes near the Darmstädter Hütte and Wildsee, crosses the Schliffkopf, and passes the Lotharpfad as well as historic fortifications....
- 4.3 (60)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrImpressive, idyllic loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This wild and romantic hike takes you around the Huzenbachsee. As one of the three cirque lakes in the Black Forest National Park, the body of water arose during the last ice age. The impressive cirque walls with their spectacular rock formations rise above the lake. The lake is not suitable for swimming, but a testimony of what nature does where man does not interfere: wild activity of various birds and other animals, as well...
- 4.3 (37)·Hard·14.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPanoramic high-altitude hike in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. The loop starts in Buhlbach and combines several hiking trails into a wonderful and varied tour. It is possible to split the hike into two stages. Halfway there is a place to stay near the Schliffkopf. Highlights: - Lothar Path - Ruhestein National Park Centre - Traub Waterfall
- 4.6 (40)·Hard·8.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrHistorical Black Forest gourmet trail in the central Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg This route is a certified premium hiking trail. Old wood-making paths lead uphill in places. The diverse attractions of the route include historic ointment ovens (for tar and wagon grease), relics of rafting and the imposing deers that can be observed in the game reserve in the Tonbachtal. A special experience is the Kleemisse, a high moor area with very special vegetation. The interesting path continues to...
- 4.2 (36)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis tour through the Rotmurg Valley starts at the Ruhestein National Park Center and leads downhill through an idyllic Kerbtal valley to Obertal. The trail follows the course of the Rotmurg, which is known for its reddish-colored stones and gave the valley its name. The tour offers a wealth of flora, from moss cushions in the damp ravines to flowering foxgloves along the way. Historically, the valley was characterized by rafting and glass production, traces of which can still be found in the...
- 4.4 (16)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrWooded section of the Seensteig long-distance hiking trail. This beautiful hike leads through dense forest and magnificent natural landscapes, past impressive biotopes and idyllic villages. Over mountains and through valleys, this varied trail offers breathtaking views and striking rocks. There are delicious places to stop along the way. In the cold season, the Ölweg between Darmstätter Hütte and Seibeseckle is closed. The diversion runs parallel to the actual route via the Achertal...
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The National Park Center is open from November to April: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm and from May to October: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm.
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The National Park Center is located directly on the B500 main road, the Schwarzwaldhochstraße, and is therefore easy to reach by car and public transport.
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